Most dishwasher breakdowns trace back to a short list of parts: the filter and drain path, the drain pump, the water inlet valve, the door latch and the controls. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving St. Cloud and the Stearns County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Dishwasher Repair Companies Near St. Cloud
Within 30 miles of St. Cloud there are 15 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across St Cloud (6), Sauk Rapids (2), and Kimball (1). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. Across 15 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars. Omega Force Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.3 miles from St. Cloud.
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| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 1.3, 1.5 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 15 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 7 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 8 |
Closest matches for St. Cloud: Omega Force Appliance Repair (0.3 miles away, based in St Cloud, 4.8 stars from 199 reviews, lists Saturday hours); M & H Appliance and Home Furnishings (1.5 miles away, based in St Cloud, 4.8 stars from 1,054 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Reed's Refrigeration and Appliance Repair (16.1 miles away, based in Kimball, 5.0 stars from 29 reviews); Crosstown Appliance Repair (17.9 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.8 stars from 154 reviews).
Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in St. Cloud
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in St. Cloud
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not draining or dishwasher smells bad.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
Shut off the dishwasher's water supply during repairs or whenever it is leaking; the valve is usually under the kitchen sink on the branch line that runs to the dishwasher, and it closes by turning clockwise. Source: GE Appliances - Dishwasher Water Shut-Off Location
A dishwasher must be grounded; if the home wiring lacks a ground or the plug does not fit the outlet, a licensed electrician should correct it rather than modifying the plug. Source: Whirlpool - Dishwasher User Instructions
When a dishwasher drains into a garbage disposer, the disposer's drain plug must be knocked out first; if it is left in, the dishwasher will not drain. Source: GE Appliances - Built-In Dishwasher Installation Instructions
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Most dishwasher repairs involve one part and an hour or so of labor, which is why many are worth pricing before you shop for a new one. Published ranges:
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dishwasher, replacing it is usually the better value. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
Local Notes for St. Cloud
Most dishwasher calls in St. Cloud come down to the same handful of parts: the filter and drain path, the drain pump, the inlet valve, the door latch and the heating parts.
Minnesota has no state license for mechanical contractors or their workers; businesses contracting for gas, heating, cooling or refrigeration work file a mechanical contractor bond with the Department of Labor and Industry, and some cities require their own licenses or competency cards. Source: DLI: Mechanical contractor bond requirements
In Minnesota, you can check a license with the DLI License and Registration Lookup or report a problem to the Minnesota Attorney General's Office, Consumer Assistance.
Questions to Ask a St. Cloud Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: St. Cloud, MN
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Brand-Specific Dishwasher Repair, St. Cloud
Dishwasher Repair Near St. Cloud
A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in St. Cloud faster and cheaper.